... presumably because we don't have morals (because we don't believe in God or the 10 Commandments), or believe we don't believe in an afterlife (.. but I don't understand their logic).
I challenge anyone to claim they love their children more than I do (and YES, I'm an atheist). Am I justified in being mad?
2007-11-12 03:12:07 · 33 answers · asked by I'm an Atheist 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I think your reaction proves their idiocy. You obviously love your children
2007-11-12 03:15:34 · answer #1 · answered by Eleventy 6 · 11⤊ 1⤋
I have a very good set of morals, the afterlife or lack thereof has no effect on my love for my children.
I'll take your challenge, I love my children *way* more! (Sorry, couldn't resist.)
Finally, yes you may be justified in being mad, but remember many christians have no clue about atheists or any other religion's believers - they just accept whatever is told to them in church. (I recognize the misconceptions spouted here from when I was a christian.)
Edit:
Just to set the record straight, I'm not raising my children to be atheists, I answer whatever questions they have as truthfully as I can and encourage them to think objectively. One so far has said that she is an atheist and the other is a bit young to think about it.
2007-11-12 03:22:34 · answer #2 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Atheists are grossly misunderstood, and I've heard a lot worse than that. No you are not justified in being angry or mad as you put it. Atheists are also able to turn the other cheek and ignore taunts such as these, knowing they are not like that. It is mostly coming from brain washed christians anyway. Be a bigger person and don't stoop to their same low sinc. It just sets up rounds of retaliation.
2007-11-12 03:23:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
My best friend is an Atheist. SHe is a wonderful mother. She does have morals and values. The other day I was in a room and someone said Jehovahs Witnesses Hated and abused their children. My mother, my best friend is a Jehovahs Witness. I dont understand why someone would say something so hurtful.They think any religion not their own is bad. But everyone is just human trying to get by in this world. So I think some people need to do a little more research before they open their mouths!!
2007-11-12 03:17:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
As a Christian I know you have morals. God imprints His laws in our hearts. I have many friends that are not believers and they are caring people. For anyone to claim you do not love your children is an ignorant and uninformed opinion. The question you have to ask is that are those morals and conscience just a random act of electrical impulses in your brain or are they placed there by some one who cares for your well being.
2007-11-12 03:20:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's nonsense.
I have an atheist relative who has managed to raise two very fine young men, with morals intact, who are both training for professions in which they will serve others -- with "money" about eighth or ninth on the priority list, at most.
Where that implication you (rightfully) took exception to comes from is the mindset that unless one teaches one's children about God, one doesn't love them. It's a narrow view held by those who have never exited their bubble and become acquainted with people who don't share their beliefs.
One of the two sons I mentioned above has become a Catholic convert. This causes his parents no consternation; they raised him not to be militantly anti-God, but with the tools to find his own answers.
2007-11-12 03:27:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it's only natural to be mad if someone says you don't love your children for any reason.
Morals and Christianity are related, but not codependent.
I, as a Christian, respect your right to be an atheist, and only wish you the best.
It's my belief that it is my duty to share the Good News with you, but it's up to you on whether or not you choose to accept it.
2007-11-12 03:30:16 · answer #7 · answered by dos 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you're justified. Belittling you only makes them feel superior, which they need desperately since their religion beats them down with sin and the threats of hell. They have to find some way to feel good about themselves, and often it's insulting people who don't buy into the fear like they do. At least you know you have children because you wanted them, not because some angry god told you that you had to procreate or go to hell.
2007-11-12 03:19:30 · answer #8 · answered by Cheryl E 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mad? Sure! You're always justified in feeling how you feel.
I have been much more content since striving to live by the 4 Agreements. Specifically, in this case, " Do not take anything personally. " I know how much I love my children, so their sanctimonious, judgmental, ignorant, illogical implication is their problem - not mine.
2007-11-12 03:26:21 · answer #9 · answered by Zee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats stupid. There are people of every religion (or non-religion) that do not love there children. My parents disowned me because I was "immoral" ... I know Christian parents who disowned their children on the same basis ... and I know Athiest parents who disowned their children on the same basis. The ten commandments are universal laws (well except for the first and second commandment) - they aren't restricted to any religion. Everybody that is sane knows that lying, cheating, murder, and adultry is wrong --- you dont have to be religious to be moral.
2007-11-12 03:17:54 · answer #10 · answered by Mr. Nobody 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I can only say that I'm sorry that happened to you. However, by putting forth a statement that suggests your conclusion regarding all Christians is based on the actions of some, rather diminishes your argument.
I have no doubt that you love your children. ;-)
2007-11-12 03:34:18 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋